Weekend Inspiration Unlock the Secret to Weight Loss Success Beloved minister and author Norman Vincent Peale once said, "Formulate and stamp indelibly on your mind a mental picture of yourself as succeeding. Hold this picture tenaciously. Never permit it to fade. Your mind will seek to develop the picture. Do not build up obstacles in your imagination." How often does focus (or lack thereof) determine your success in any given endeavor? Think about your goals — whether it's to lose those extra 20 pounds or finally get fit — and attach a mental picture to it. Picturing yourself anew is the very first step to success!

Advertisement	Jordan's Tip of the Day From the author of The Maker's Diet Is Your Mind Keeping You Fat or Sick? Many times the mental picture we have of ourselves is already predetermined. When we think of ourselves as old, chubby, and out of shape, we defeat ourselves before we even begin to change. Take that mental picture and remind yourself of what you will be — healthy, fit, and happy with yourself!